Ormskirk area walk. Leaving our drop-off location on the edge of town, within minutes we are into the beautiful open countryside of West Lancashire. We head past fields carpeted with wheat-oats and barley. A gradual ascent of Clieves Hill brings far reaching views (weather permitting) of Liverpool, Southport and even Read more
Once again Owen has sent an entertaining and informative multi-page report from their outing.
We recced the walk on Saturday in perfect weather. After our stop at Truckhaven for refreshments and toilets (there won’t be any more till the end of the walk), we’ll be dropped off at Skelwith Bridge. From there we walk to Skelwith Force then use the bridge to cross the Read more
What a glorious days walking at Hurst Green. Thank you John for leading. Beautiful scenery and the company couldn’t be beaten. Thank you.
Starting in the model village of Barrow Bridge, a picturesque place, built in early 1800s to house the workers of Dean Mills. Carrying on from here, we have a stroll through Smithills Hall estate and country park, and on into Longworth Clough, a wooded valley leading up to Belmont village Read more
Anchorsholme Park. Sensible footwear please, as we walk onto the beach looking for… “The sea blooms and the oozy woods which wear the sapless foliage of the oceans”…, and to the shipwreck. Returning through Anchorsholme Park. Looking out for Wrack, Wreck and Wrens. A fun quiz and background information will Read more
Stanley Park. “An unexpected journey”. 1 1/2 hours. An easy stroll round the park looking out for Witches Broom, Parakeets, Swamp Cypress and more. ” Enter these enchanted woods you who dare”. You are invited to bring a tape measure (!). A fun quiz and background information will be provided. Read more
Grizedale Bridge walk is…” Over hill and under hill”, 3 hours. ” What is this life, if full of care, we have no time to stand and stare“. An enchanting stroll by the Beck and through mixed woodland. Looking for Nuthatch, Sweet Chestnut, Woodland flora, and possibly a Cuckoo. Returning Read more
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Levens, Brigsteer Woods, Sizergh – a Circular Walk of approx. 6 milesExpect some mud…sorry, but I have changed the route for the better…We’ll have a coffee break at Truckhaven on the way.Depending on the weather I may make a change to the start. A possible climb behind The Strickland Arms Read more